Olean Library Hosts Annual FeBREWary Beer Tasting

Fundraiser event features local brews, live music, and raffle prizes to support the library.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

The Friends of the Olean Public Library held their annual FeBREWary beer tasting event on Friday night at the library. Attendees sampled beers from local breweries, enjoyed hors d'oeuvres and live music, and participated in 50/50 and basket raffles. The funds raised from the event will benefit the Friends, a nonprofit that assists the library with purchasing equipment, materials, and other needs.

Why it matters

The FeBREWary event is an important annual fundraiser for the Olean Public Library, helping to provide resources and support that allow the library to better serve the local community. As a hub for education, community engagement, and access to information, the library plays a vital role, and events like this help ensure its continued operations.

The details

The FeBREWary beer tasting featured samples from a variety of local and regional breweries. In addition to the beer tastings, attendees were able to enjoy hors d'oeuvres, live music, and participate in raffles to win prizes. The event is organized by the Friends of the Olean Public Library, a nonprofit group that supports the library through fundraising and volunteer efforts.

  • The FeBREWary beer tasting event took place on Friday, February 28, 2026.

The players

Friends of the Olean Public Library

A nonprofit organization that supports the Olean Public Library through fundraising and volunteer efforts.

Olean Public Library

A public library serving the Olean, New York community, providing access to books, resources, and community programs.

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The takeaway

The FeBREWary beer tasting event is an important annual fundraiser that helps the Olean Public Library continue to serve the community by providing resources, programs, and access to information. The support of the Friends of the Library group is crucial in sustaining the library's operations and initiatives.